Current Residents

  • PGY-3 (Class of 2024)

Miguel Agudelo, MDMiguel Agudelo, MD
Chief Resident
Undergraduate: N/A
Med School: CES University
Interests IM: Hepatology, GI
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Cooking, reading, binge watching shows
Why you chose NBI: Great teaching atmosphere, patient diversity and warm welcoming colleagues.

Dorothy Amofa, MDDorothy Amofa, MD
Chief Resident
Undergraduate: Miami University Oxford, Ohio
Medical School: St George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology, Hospitalist
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Long drives, traveling, cooking, reading.
Why you chose NBI: The two main reasons why I chose NBI was for its clinical diversity and comradeship. I wanted to train in a program that will enhance the development of strong clinical acumen with exposure to diverse clinical pathology and NBI for me was the best fit. Its location and complex population is ideal in not only enriching my clinical skill set but social skills with its diverse patient population. It really is a place that prepares its residents well post residency.

One of the things that struck me the most in my interview is the comradeship amongst the residents in the program and beyond. The culture of NBI is very welcoming, respectful, and inclusive. It’s home away from home, making it an ideal learning environment for me.

Funmmy Awoyomi, MDFunmmy Awoyomi, MD
Undergraduate: Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis
Medical School: Saba University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Hospitalist Medicine / Metabolic Medicine
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Traveling, Art, Fashion, Philanthropy
Why you chose NBI: I was born at the Beth! I just thought it would be cool to come back and serve as a doctor in the community I was raised.

Jacob Brown, MDJacob Brown, MD
Chief Resident
Undergraduate: Marshall University
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interests in IM: Pulmonary Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine:Enjoy spending time with family and friends, exercising, and taking my golden retriever to the park.
Why you chose NBI: I chose NBI because it checked all the boxes. Great faculty and sub specialist, plethora of pathologies, and opportunities to help a community in need.

Sammir S Dekowski, MDSammir S Dekowski, MD
Undergraduate: Essex University, UK
Medical School: St Georges University
Interests in IM: Cardio, GI, Pulmonary / Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Video Games, Writing (Screen Writing), movies/shows, coaching soccer, most sports (NFL, NBA, Football, Tennis, Formula 1)
Why you chose NBI: Born and raised in South London, I grew up in a diverse neighborhood and I always knew I would work in an area that would represent that diversity and NBI exceeded all expectations. The pathologies and people you come across are unparalleled and there weren’t too many places that could match that. I knew Choosing NBI would provide me the knowledge and experience to be the best physician I could be for my patients now and in the future.

Dina Elsayed, MDDina Elsayed, MD
Medical School: University of Khartoum, faculty of Medicine
Interests in IM: Hospital Medicine/ Cardiology/ Health Care Disparities
Hobbies and interests outside of Medicine:Spending time with family and friends, watching documentaries, cooking and traveling.
Why you chose NBI:My aim when choosing my ideal program was to serve an underserved patient population where I would encounter very different pathologies so as to help and learn as much as I can during my years of residency. Since my first week in NBI I was thrilled by the interesting cases and how helpful and friendly the residents and faculty. Every day at the Beth is an enjoyable learning experience.

Shari Forbes, MDShari Forbes, MD
Undergraduate: University of East London
Medical School: American University of Antigua
Interests in IM: Gastroenterology or Outpatient Primary Care
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Travelling, hiking, tennis, watching documentaries, music and singing
Why you chose NBI: I had a fundamental desire to join a program which offered clinically diverse patient pathology and volume so that I could gain optimum exposure to develop world-class clinical skills. Being a part of a facility, which fosters autonomous working in a supportive environment was also crucial as I wanted to practice independently but with sufficient supervision to allow me to grow in confidence and skills. During my interview day, the camaraderie demonstrated by the residents was also appealing as it was extremely important to me to be in a positive team environment where collaborative working existed, and where I could build long-lasting relationships. NBI also enables me to be close to family and continue to have the support that has carried me through my medical journey.

Hareem Hussain, MDHareem Hussain, MD
Undergraduate: Rutgers University
Medical School: Ross University SOM
Interests in IM: Hospitalist, Medical Education, Health Care Disparities
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Baking, hiking, photography, poetry, museums, galleries, restaurants, faith/spirituality
Why you chose NBI: Comradery, broad pathology, underserved community, diverse population, great opportunities

Jessica Mazur, MDJessica Mazur, MD
Chief Resident
Undergraduate: Penn State University
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interest in IM: Hospitalist and Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Peloton, weight training, reality television, trying new restaurants and hanging out with family and friends
Why you chose NBI: Originally from Pennsylvania, I knew that location was important to me, and I wanted to stay in the Northeast region. As a medical student, I rotated throughout NY and NJ and enjoyed working in city hospitals. Newark is in a great location between Philadelphia and NYC, with an International airport nearby that serves the hospital with a diverse patient population and vast pathologies. When I interviewed at NBI, I could feel the camaraderie and genuine relationships between the residents (even through Zoom) and knew I would be well supported in a family-like environment.

Sung Hun Park, MDSung Hun Park, MD
Undergraduate: Boston University
Medical School: St. George's University
Interests in IM: Pulmonary / Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Lego, germinating seeds, gardening, bicycle riding
Why you chose NBI: I was attracted by a diverse patient population group as well as numerous opportunities to learn and get experience. During interview season, I felt that I would be supported by faculty members and seniors. Therefore, I knew I would have great time here in NBI for my future career.

Kawana Simon, MDKawana Simon, MD
Chief Resident
Undergraduate: St. George’s University
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Hematology and Oncology, Disparities in Health Care
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Cooking, music and community outreach.
Why you chose NBI: Coming from a multi-cultural Caribbean background, it was important for me to work and serve in a diverse program, and one that would give me direct access to underserved and vulnerable populations. The diverse pathology brought by the patient population offers endless learning opportunities. NBI emphasizes holistic patient care, meeting medical needs and addressing socioeconomic needs, allowing you to grow and develop as a competent, thoughtful and well-rounded physician. I was drawn to NBI because it encompasses the perfect balance of comprehensive didactics, hands-on clinical training and supervised autonomy. Friendly Attending’s and senior residents are always willing to teach and provide guidance. Importantly, I was impressed by the camaraderie among the residents, which still stands true now that I am a part of the NBI family.

Adaobi Umeaku, MDAdaobi Umeaku, MD
Undergraduate: Texas A&M University-Commerce
Medical School: the American University of Antigua, School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Interventional Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: God and Family! I Love dancing, being active: playing soccer and hiking; new adventures, experiencing new cultures and food, and world travel.
Why you chose NBI: I was born and raised in Nigeria and moved to the U.S. as a teenager. As a life-long learner and former Chemistry Teacher, working and learning as a physician in an underserved community allows me to continue in a life of service. Everything about The Beth reassures me of my love for Medicine, Cardiology, and People. I chose NBI because it's the heart center of Jersey. It's very diverse in patient population and employees. Seeing my patients, helping them, explaining things to them in a manner that they understand, and being their advocate is the best part of my job! The range of pathology is immeasurable. As much as it's educational, it's also very clinical and hands-on. It's truly the best of both worlds for me. I'm beyond humbled and grateful to be a member of this amazing family!

  • PGY-2 (Class of 2025)

Allen George, MDAllen George, MD
Undergraduate: Rutgers University - New Brunswick
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology, Pulmonary & Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Hiking, Fishing, Running, Biking, Pickup basketball, trying new foods
Why you chose NBI: At Newark Beth Israel I’m sure to see a wide variety of pathologies and cases to help me learn and grow as a physician. I will be able to take care of a widely diverse population which will contribute to me being the best physician for my future patients. Furthermore, as someone who has lived in New Jersey for most of my life, I am happy to be staying here to complete my residency and give back to my community.

Kyrillos Girgis, MDKyrillos Girgis, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: Alexandria University Faculty of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Reading, Swimming, and cycling
Why you chose NBI: NBI has all of the things that I am looking for. It is one of the most prestigious hospitals in the U.S.A. and the world. It offers great learning in the residency years through the wide and diverse population of patients that it serves. NBI has many fellowships, especially cardiology, and great research opportunities. Residents have the opportunity to learn in a friendly atmosphere. They also have the chance to be in a program that cares about their wellness. NBI is my top choice, and I am so glad to be here.

Grettel Gonzalez Garcia, MDGrettel Gonzalez Garcia, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: Universidad de Ciencias Medicas de la Habana
Interests in IM: Hospitalist, education, research
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Listening to music, cycling
Why you chose NBI: This Internal Medicine residency program at NBI has all the components of an excellent residency. It also gives several opportunities to many International Medical Graduates like me, who are fighting for their dreams. The multicultural community of the area will give me the chance to interact more with different cultures and the variety of presentations of diseases, which I think is one of the most remarkable aspects of this amazing country that has become my new home.

Leandro Gutierrez, MDLeandro Gutierrez, MD
Undergraduate: Seton Hall University
Medical School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Interests in IM: Complex Medical Pathology, Social Determinants of Health
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Amateur Soccer Player, avid aficionado as well.
Why you chose NBI: NBI is located in the epicenter of cultural diffusion. Various cultures and peoples all in one place with an extensive need for equitable health care. Drawn to expertise of complex pathology as well, unlike any other training site.

Saamia T. Javed, MDSaamia T. Javed, MD
Undergraduate: Rutgers University
Medical School: CMH Lahore Medical College
Interests in IM: Preventive Medicine, Hematology, Oncology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Swimming, singing, practicing the piano, and traveling. I’m also extremely passionate about Women in Medicine, female advocacy, and promoting greater inclusivity.
Why you chose NBI: My unique experience of having lived my life split between two starkly diverse cultures mirrors the diversity of Newark. Training at the Beth with its clinically vast patient population will be an enriching experience with a tremendous learning curve. The residents and faculty who interviewed me were exceptionally kind and encouraging and I could sense the camaraderie. Having studied at Rutgers my freshman year, being able to return to Newark for my medical training just made everything come full circle. It doesn’t hurt that I live only 15 minutes away in Jersey City either!

Alexis Lordi, MDAlexis Lordi, MD
Undergraduate: Pepperdine University
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interests in IM: Rheumatology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Equestrian, Spin classes, Netflix documentaries
Why you chose NBI: When I interviewed with the program it was very clear that the administration truly aims to making this program produce prepared and efficient physicians after graduation. There is a collective effort between staff and residents to improve the program. The location of the program allows for diversity in not only patient population but also pathology presentation. NBI has proven to graduate residents to programs all over the US and in all different fields of interest. Lastly, the residents really do seem to care for one another and give off the feeling of a team effort (always looking out for each other) rather than one where everyone is in constant competition.

David Mulinde Makanga, MDDavid Mulinde Makanga, MD
Undergraduate: University at Albany
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Infectious disease, Hematology, and oncology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Travelling, Soccer, software development, and neural networks
Why you chose NBI: NBI has a very diverse patient population which is a plus for my residency experience as a minority myself. I was impressed by the various in-house services like lung transplants and the heart transplant center. As a resident, you can work up a patient from A-Z that gives you the much-needed experience. Lastly, I was impressed at how open the residents were about the program during my interviews at the hospital.

Frances Ogunnaya, MDFrances Ogunnaya, MD
Undergraduate: Imo State University College of Medicine
Medical School: Imo State University College of Medicine
Interests in IM: Fellowship; I enjoy cardiology and hematology/oncology and am looking forward to seeing how my rotation goes.
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: I enjoy cooking and baking, listening to music, watching movies, and soccer, traveling, trying new restaurants/cuisines, and spending quality time with friends and family.
Why you chose NBI: NBI Internal Medicine Residency Program is a robust program with a strong emphasis on education and teaching. It has phenomenal exposure to a diverse patient population and pathologies, including bread and butter cases, rare cases, and sub-specialty exposure. The best attribute, however, is the camaraderie among residents, attendings, and support staff; it's like a big family. The faculty is dedicated to the success of their residents, providing the ideal balance of autonomy and support.

I believe that NBI provides the clinical exposure, teaching, and mentorship needed to become an excellent, competent, well-rounded physician and advance in their medical career.

I am incredibly honored and grateful to be a part of this wonderful family.

Vivian Onuro, MDVivian Onuro, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: University for Development Studies School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Interests in IM: Interventional Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Spending time with family and friends, mat exercises, music and Korean drama
Why you chose NBI: During my interviews, NBI met my career expectations, both personal and professional. NBI's collaboration, open communication and the family-like atmosphere caught my attention. I felt welcomed by both the faculty and residents and had no doubt I would be supported as a colleague. City wise, Newark offers a diverse population and therefore, broad pathology to enhance my knowledge and sharpen my skills. JFK and Newark International airports provide easy access to my home country, Ghana which is kind of cool.

Raymond Pesenti, MDRaymond Pesenti, MD
Undergraduate: Ramapo College of New Jersey
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interests in IM: Hospitalist/Internal Medicine
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Playing guitar, reading, cooking, staying active with exercise, spending time with friends and family, and travelling
Why you chose NBI: I was born and raised in New Jersey, so it gives me great pride to train in my home state. NBI dedicates itself to serving the community through prevention programs and quality hospital-care, which are aspects of the program that resonated with my values. Also, the camaraderie present between the senior residents and attendings makes the program very attractive for ample learning and lifelong relationships.

Silvia Pietropaolo, MDSilvia Pietropaolo, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: La Sapienza University of Rome
Interests in IM: Cardiology, Diabetology, Transplant
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Reading and every form of Art. Cooking and traveling. Swimming, running and walking on the beach. Photography and finding vintage bookstores. Lake Garda and Dolomites Alps, Venice and Circeo. Learning.
Why you chose NBI: I had the most pleasant, funny and comfortable interview of my life here! Which was the cherry on top to some great aspects that I had already eyed up and care about, such us the diversity of the environment while giving priority to learning; the chances of career development pursuing valuable sub-specialty training in advanced heart failure and heart transplant, since NBIMC is a national heart and lung transplant leader, which is so attractive to me.

Danielle Retcho, MDDanielle Retcho, MD
Undergraduate: Bucknell University
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology
Hobbies and Interests outside of Medicine: Visiting art museums, recreational skiing and I’m a PSIA Certified Ski Instructor, cooking, and spending time with my family and friends.
Why you chose NBI: I am born and raised in Northern NJ so it was important for me to be near my family and to give back to my community. I had minimal exposure to NBI prior to my virtual interview day but it felt like a great fit. The Residents and Faculty seemed so kind, supportive and welcoming which made me feel like I would fit in and be comfortable. Additionally, the program has diverse pathologies and fantastic opportunities to further my interest in Cardiology.

  • PGY-1 (Class of 2026)

Malaz Abdalla, MDMalaz Abdalla, MD
Undergraduate:
Medical School: University of Khartoum, Faculty of Medicine
Interests in IM: Interested in Gastroenterology, liver tumors and transplant. Interested in increasing health care accessibility, and equity in health care
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: I love reading books, especially interested in history and autobiographies. I enjoy Cooking and baking. I'm a non-competitive boxer and runner.
Why you chose NBI? By the time I applied I was already in love with the program (the education quality, the location, and the wide range of patients and pathologies you get to tend to and see). My interview day just sealed the deal. I loved how enthusiastic and genuinely happy everyone was during the interview.

Emmanuel Ababio Agyemang, MDEmmanuel Ababio Agyemang, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology School of Medical Sciences, Ghana
Interest in Medicine: Blood Disorders and Cancer research
Hobbies and interest outside medicine: I enjoy a stand-up comedy and also love backpacking.
Why you chose NBI? During my interview, I was impressed by the excellent clinical training and fellowship opportunities available at Newark Beth Israel. Being one of the largest cardiac and lung transplant centers in the country, i was excited about the rare opportunity to learn about transplant medicine whiles in residency. Also, the diversity of the faculty and residents, and the camaraderie that existed among the residents was enough to let me know “The Beth” will be a supportive and collaborative environment to achieve my career goals.

Ephesians N. Anutebeh, MDEphesians N. Anutebeh, MD
Undergraduate: Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Buea, Cameroon
Medical School: Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Buea, Cameroon
Interest in IM: Infectious Diseases
Hobbies and interests outside of medicine: Soccer, swimming and tourism.
Why you chose NBI? It's Diversity, both in the staff and the patient population served.

Daniel Augh, MDDaniel Augh, MD (Preliminary - Neurology)
Undergraduate: Emory University
Medical School: Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Interest in IM: Internal Medicine will help me build a strong medicine foundation prior to starting my career as a Neurologist.
Hobbies and interests outside of medicine: Weightlifting, music composition, video games
Why you chose NBI? I heard from previous residents that NBI is a great place to learn medicine prior to beginning Neurology residency. They mentioned that the sense of community is strong and the skills/knowledge I gain from the program is top notch and will help me throughout my entire career.

Sri Sneha Bendapudi, DOSri Sneha Bendapudi, DO
Undergraduate: Bryn Mawr College
Medical School: Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine-Middletown
Interest in IM: Pulmonology/Critical Care
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Spending time with family and friends. I enjoy the outdoors, playing badminton, love traveling as well. I also love trying out new cuisines and listening to music from different languages.
Why you chose NBI? I was born in India, spent my adolescent years in Europe, and moved to the US when I was a teenager, so I was looking for a residency program that emphasized education and clinical training equally and served a diverse population, all of which I found at NBI. I was particularly drawn to NBI due to its location - in the heart of Jersey, serving a diverse patient population and a wide variety of pathologies. Furthermore, when I interviewed at NBI, I was able to feel the warmth of the faculty and residents alike and how much happy they seemed, and I knew NBI was where I wanted to be. I am excited to be part of the NBI family!

Marlon Daniel Gomes Coelho, MDMarlon Daniel Gomes Coelho, MD (Preliminary – Neurology)
Undergraduate: Universidade Federal do Tocantins, Brazil
Medical School: Universidade Federal do Tocantins, Brazil
Interests in IM: Neurology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: I enjoy long walks and jogging. I'm a big fan of rock and classical music. I also have a soft spot for good storytelling either through novels, operas, TV-shows or video games.
Why you chose NBI? I chose to attend my prelim year at NBI because I believe that Medicine is best learned from contact with a diverse body of patients and their unique stories. A safe and supervised environment that fosters these learning exchanges is very important to build a strong foundation for future neurologists. NBI has a long story spanning more than 100 years with a robust IM program that covers many grounds in Medicine through tertiary and quaternary care and different centers. The partnership with Rutgers University helps to shape the academic experience through teaching, collaboration, and research opportunities. Ultimately, the location and the positive role that it plays within the community were all pivotal in my decision-making process.

Omowunmi Fakorede, MDOmowunmi Fakorede, MD
Undergrade: Georgia Southern University
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interest in IM: Preventative Cardiology, Non-Invasive Cardiology
Hobbies and interest outside of medicine: Hogwarts Alumni. I enjoy spending time with my loved ones, traveling and experiencing new cultures, photography, Astrophotography, and I recently picked up golf(it’s harder than it looks)
Why you chose NBI? Broad range of pathologies, diversity in patient population and fellowship opportunities. My interview day was very reassuring. I wanted a place that would teach as well as nurture me to be the best possible version of myself and NBI felt like a great fit.

Kelvin Fernandez, MDKelvin Fernandez, MD
Undergraduate: Montclair State University
Medical School: Universidad Iberoamericana (UNIBE)
Interest in IM: Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine
Hobbies and interests outside of medicine: Paintball, Video Games and E-sports, Weight lifting
Why you chose NBI? I have lived in Northern New Jersey my entire life, so staying close to home was important. I was first exposed to NBI during my time as an EMT while providing emergency medical care to the residents of Newark. During the interview, the current residents unanimously told me how supported they feel training under the faculty, which was a big deciding factor for me. Also, this program offers strong education and learning opportunities that make it a perfect match for my goals and interests in Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

Syed Aqeel Haider, MDSyed Aqeel Haider, MD
Undergraduate: N/A
Medical School: Ayub Medical College
Interests in IM: Pulmonary/Critical Care and Infectious Disease
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Hiking, Football, Basketball, World History, Philosophy, Anime, Spending time with family and friends, pretending to cook well.
Why you chose NBI? Newark is a city with a rich history and culture, this reflects in the hospital with a variety of patient populations, which makes it a great place to learn medicine and to become a competent physician. During interviews, I could see the camaraderie between everyone who works here, which made working here all the more appealing.

Tess Lameck, MDTess Lameck, MD
Undergraduate: University of Central Florida
Medical School: St. George’s University School of Medicine
Interests in IM: Cardiology and Global Medicine
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Traveling and spending time with family.
Why I chose NBI? NBI is well established and dedicated in serving the community. I wanted to be a part of an institution that valued the underserved and continued to find new ways to implement change. NBI does that exceptionally well. I am more than happy to be a part of this community. There is also a supportive environment that is tailored to strengthen the qualities you need to succeed.

Shaunna Lewis, MDShaunna Lewis, MD
Undergraduate: Brown University
Medical School: St. George's University
Interests in IM: Cardiovascular Disease, Critical Care Medicine
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Traveling, Cooking, Physical Training, Petting Dogs.
Why I chose NBI? I chose NBI because of the close-knit relationships between residents and other faculty, diverse educational experience, and involvement in community outreach.

Nosike Obionwu, MDNosike Obionwu, MD
Undergraduate: NA
Medical School: College Of Health sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria
Interests in IM: Primary Care/Hospitalist/Nephrology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Soccer, video gaming, traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Why you chose NBI? The population NBI serves affords me the opportunity to experience a wide range of pathologies at a renowned teaching hospital. I always wanted to train in a city that is culturally diverse in order to optimize my full potential as a physician and there is no better chance than to serve in Newark, the largest city in New Jersey. More importantly, the past residents I had the privilege to network with have gone on to achieve great things in their respective fields and that is something I look forward to in this journey.

Sarah Ramirez, MDSarah Ramirez, MD
Undergraduate: LIM College (undergrad), Rutgers Newark (post-bac)
Medical School: St. George’s University
Interest in IM: Hematology and Oncology
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Spending time with my dog, cooking for family and friends, trying new restaurants, staying active, traveling
Why you chose NBI? I grew up near the Jersey Shore and moved to New York City shortly after graduating high school. Knowing I didn’t want to veer too far from home for residency, Newark Beth Israel was unique in providing a diverse patient population at an academic institution while remaining ideally situated near family and friends. I also felt a strong sense of support amongst the residents and faculty during my interview day, which will only help foster a better learning environment.

Catherine Rojvirat, MDCatherine Rojvirat, MD (Preliminary – Neurology)
Undergraduate: University of Pennsylvania
Medical School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
Interest in IM: I'm interested in pursuing neurology, and I think internal medicine is an important foundation to any field of medicine, especially the study of neurology.
Hobbies and interests outside of medicine: I enjoy watching drama and reality TV and love exploring new restaurants.
Why you chose NBI? I chose NBI because I rotated here as a medical student on both my Surgery and Internal Medicine rotations. I enjoyed working with the residents and attendings and wanted to continue to give back to the amazing community of Newark and the surrounding areas that taught me so much as a medical student.

Daniel Short, MDDaniel Short, MD (Preliminary – Neurology)
Undergraduate: Rutgers University
Medical School: Cooper Medical School of Rowan University
Interest in IM: Neurological disorders, hematology/oncology, evidence-based medicine, public health
Hobbies and interests outside of medicine: Guitar and music, sports, traveling and sightseeing, water sports, cars
Why you chose NBI? As a New Jersey native, NBI allows me to improve my practice of medicine in the communities where I grew up and was trained in. Further, my focal interest in public health can be greatly harnessed within the greater Newark area. Also, the camaraderie of the NBI program gave a strong familial feel.

Alexanderia Williams, MDAlexanderia Williams, MD
Undergraduate: University of South Florida
Medical School: Ross University School of Medicine
Interest in IM: Hospitalist, Cardiology, GI, Global Health
Hobbies and Interests Outside of Medicine: Traveling, going to museums, writing poetry, dancing, anything adventurous.
Why you chose NBI? I desired a program with diverse patient demographics and diverse pathology. I wanted a program that valued the community they served and believed in community outreach. I chose NBI because they met all those expectations and provided much more. During the interview, they emphasized a robust clinical training and supervised autonomy. Which ensured me that at the end of residency I would be well equipped for practice. Also the camaraderie amongst the residents during the interview and the genuine support from the program director confirmed for me that NBI was the place for me.